My Little Phobia

A slick, neurotic frenzy that is tightly wound and hilariously unhinged. Emily Markoe has a laser-focused yet frantic, delicious energy that cuts like a knife and leaves you laughing til you [don’t] puke. A must see. ... full review

Emily is a powerhouse performer who deftly dances between raw honesty and riotous comedy. Dive into the mind of this performer and follow her journey of self-discovery. A must see, joyous experience!... full review

The show was full of whimsy, laughs, and great acting. The show was well-written and performed. Emily was a captivating actress for the entire show and it's full of laughs as she takes you on a journey.... full review

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This show was so creative, brilliant, funny, and was such a unique take on a topic that doesn't get enough attention.... full review

I loved it! It was honest, funny, endearing, and an emotional journey in the best way.... full review

W0w wow woW! So funny and thoughtful. Vulnerable without being schmaltzy, gorgeously staged, extremely well acted. ... full review

My Little Phobia brings us not just into Emily’s room but right into their overthinking mind. What made this piece really special is how we get a glimpse into different aspects of her phobia and how it has impacted every facet of her life and also where it may have stemmed from. Regardless of whether audiences can relate to this specific phobia, what resonates is the importance of support for mental health and acknowledgment of one’s own fears and traumas.... full review

She was so fun to watch and her relatable anxieties were sprinkled throughout the entire experience. The whiplash twists and turns from reality to her 'show' were hilarious and made you want to get up there and just give her a hug.... full review

Emily is hilarious and captivating in this aesthetically adorable, and cognitively rich solo show. It’s cute, clever, deep, and intriguing. The production design is beyond delightful. Every single piece of pink and purple, however relevant or absurd they might be. Markoe invites the audience into a captivating mash-up of play time & time capsule, as she journeys through the memories preserved in her reimagining of her childhood bedroom complete with conversations with her equestrian action figure therapist. She’s wonderfully expressive and charismatic as she vacillates through the many vignettes that compose the show. Great sound design and costuming as well. It’s everything from silly to serious. Wholly intriguing, with a sprinkle of existe... full review